Orthopedics Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Professor Cinar is a highly credentialed surgeon who completed a clinical fellowship at the University of Ottawa Heart Center – one of Canada's top heart programmes.

• Specialises in surgical treatment for vascular conditions including atherosclerosis and blood clots
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery times and physical trauma
• Fellowship-trained at a leading North American institution for surgical excellence
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery and European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

Dr Samet Erinc is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, having completed advanced training at Chicago Loyola University in the USA.

• Specialises in spinal surgery, including scoliosis and kyphosis management
• Uses microsurgery – high-precision techniques for better nerve protection and recovery
• Performs stem cell therapy for arthritis and degenerative joint disorders
• Treats childhood spinal diseases and complex fracture trauma cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Jakkarin Phunphakchit is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon focused on joint replacement. He earned his MD from the College of Medicine, Rangsit University. He completed an orthopedic surgery fellowship and advanced training in joint replacement at Thammasat University Hospital.

His expertise includes robot-assisted hip and knee replacement and the direct anterior approach (DAA) for hip replacement. He performs primary and revision hip and knee replacements.

Professor Kesmezacar is a leading specialist in shoulder and elbow surgery who completed fellowships at New York's Hospital for Special Surgery and the University of Western Ontario.

• Focuses on shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, and complex joint trauma
• Performs reverse shoulder tumour prosthesis and advanced reconstructive surgery
• Uses arthroscopic techniques for joint preservation and ligament repairs
• Published 20+ research papers on orthopaedic trauma and surgical outcomes
• Current clinical research associate with Mount Sinai Hospital research team

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman is a board-certified specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on minimally invasive joint solutions.

• Specialises in arthroscopic joint surgery for the knee, shoulder, and ankle
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to help patients recover faster with smaller scars
• Performs arthroplasty and joint replacements for advanced hip and knee arthrosis
• Manages complex cases including extremity lengthening and paediatric orthopaedics
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)

Dr. Pongsathron Liengwattanakol is an orthopedic surgeon at PMG Hospital in Bangkok. He diagnoses, treats, and performs surgery for many musculoskeletal conditions, serving local and international patients.

Education and accreditation: Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University. Orthopedic Surgery, Thammasat University. Diploma of the Thai Board of Orthopedics. Expertise: General orthopedic surgery.

Atip Kongklam, M.D. (License No. 55924), is an orthopedic surgery and sports medicine specialist. He earned his M.D. from the Faculty of Medicine, Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University. He completed a sports medicine fellowship at the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Physical Therapy, Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University.

His advanced training includes visiting fellowships at Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Hospital in Japan and Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Qatar. He also completed the ASEAN Advanced Knee Arthroscopy Instructional Course in Singapore and the LARS Cadaver Lab and Advanced Workshop.

Accreditations include the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine, the IOC Drug in Sport Certificate, the FIMS Team Physician Development Course, and the AFC Football Emergency Medicine and Anti-Doping Regional Course.

Clinical expertise includes arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, and hip. He also treats upper extremity and peri-knee injuries, sports injuries, and general orthopaedic conditions.

Professor Acaroglu is the founding director of the Ankara Spine Center and a leading authority on orthopaedic trauma and spinal disorders.

• Specialises in complex scoliosis cases and paediatric orthopaedics
• Completed a clinical research fellowship at Columbia University in New York
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine Europe
• Holds a master degree from the Open University in the UK
• Former lecturer at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Dr. Athip Kongklam is an orthopedic surgeon in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery. He focuses on the knee, shoulder, and hip. He completed his residency at Vajira Hospital (2024). He finished subspecialty training in sports medicine at Siriraj Hospital (2025). He also completed international training at Aspetar (FIFA Centre of Excellence, Qatar), Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital (Catholic University of Korea), Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University Hospital, and in Singapore. His expertise includes ACL/PCL and multiligament knee reconstruction. He performs meniscus, rotator cuff, and labral repairs. He also provides fracture care.

He holds the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine (2025). He completed IOC Drug in Sport (2024), AFC Football Emergency Medicine and Anti‑Doping (2024), and the FIMS Team Physician course (2023). He is an orthopedic and sports medicine specialist at Somdech Phra Pinklao Hospital and the Sports Clinic, Department of Physical Education (2025–present). He served as Team Physician at Bangkok Open 2024. He was a Sports Physician at the Ju‑Jitsu World Championship 2025 in Bangkok. His awards include TOSSM 2025 Best Paper. He presented at the HKOA 45th Annual Meeting 2025. He received the Resident’s Choice and Highest Knowledge/Performance/Attitude awards (2024). In 2023, he won the resident paper award and achieved the highest summative exam score.

Dr. Yang Yeongjun is an orthopedic surgeon focused on joint care and arthroscopy. He treats knee and shoulder disorders and performs arthroscopic surgery and joint replacement (arthroplasty). He also manages trauma and sports conditions, including sports injuries, foot and ankle problems, carpal tunnel syndrome, and fractures.

He completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Catholic Medical Center. He then completed a fellowship at Catholic Medical Center St. Paul’s Hospital. He is a full member of the Korean Arthroscopy Society, the Korean Knee Society, and the Korean Shoulder and Elbow Society.